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Liza and Carl headed to two of Kyoto’s most historic landmarks: Nijo Castle and the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Nijo Castle, built in 1603 as the residence of Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo period, is famous for its ornate interiors, beautiful gardens, and its ‘nightingale floors’ — wooden floors that chirp like birds when walked upon, designed to alert residents to intruders. The castle’s sprawling grounds and fortified walls offer a glimpse into the power and lifestyle of Japan’s feu